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Find out how to make not one, not two, but THREE creamsicle popsicles, from lemon and lime to classic orange. I wrote a best-selling book on this frozen dessert (with 75 unique flavors), so you can guarantee I’ve got all the tips and tricks up my sleeve for crafting the best homemade creamsicles.
save this recipe!Your Summer Sidekick
With air conditioning becoming increasingly expensive these days, finding practical ways to stay cool in the summer is essential! While a fan can suffice most of the time, sweltering 100-degree heatwaves call for more ingenuity.
Enter homemade creamsicle popsicles—your new best friend for surviving the summer heat. Unlike store-bought creamsicles loaded with sugar and fat, these frozen treats are ultra-delicious and healthy for a guilt-free indulgence.
They offer a refreshing burst of flavor that makes getting through even the hottest days a total breeze (see what I did there?). Featuring natural ingredients, like Greek yogurt, fresh citrus, and bananas, these ice pops prove that frozen treats really can satisfy your sweet tooth in a nourishing way.
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“We made these today and they were a big hit! So great to find a treat kids and the adults at our brunch could really get excited about. Thanks for sharing!” —Joy
Here’s What You’ll Need
- Plain Greek Yogurt: Makes up the base of these creamsicle popsicles. It differs from regular yogurt in that a lot of the extra water has been drawn out, making for a thicker, creamier texture. This is perfect in popsicles, where more water leads to crystallization (i.e. inedible ice blocks). Find out how to make Greek yogurt here for an even healthier treat!
- Banana: Adds natural sweetness and provides more creaminess. If you’re not a banana fan, substitute 1/4 cup of full-fat coconut milk per banana.
- Citrus: Fresh citrus juice gives these pops their classic lemon, lime, and orange creamsicle flavor. And don’t forget the citrus zest! Flavors tend to become less intense when you freeze them, and the zest will pack a punch of flavor to give these pops their addictive taste.
- Vanilla: For that classic creamsicle taste, we need vanilla extract! It adds a warm, sweet note that complements the citrus flavors perfectly.
- Honey: Not only does honey add the perfect amount of natural sweetness, but it also helps to enhance the overall flavor profile.
Making Creamsicles Has Never Been Easier
- Blend all ingredients for the popsicle flavor you want to make.
- Freeze the creamsicles until hard (at least 4 hours).
- Eat them after running the mold under warm water for a few seconds!
Make It Vegan
For a dairy-free treat, all you have to do is replace regular Greek yogurt with your favorite vegan Greek yogurt alternative!
We’ve got a ton of popsicle recipes on the site, but to get them all in one place (plus way more), check out my cookbook, For the Love of Popsicles!
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Loaf Pan Popsicles (Sliceable Pops Perfect for Summer!)
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Healthy Homemade Creamsicle Popsicles Recipe
Ingredients
Orange Creamsicles
- ½ cup orange juice, 120 mL
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1 medium banana
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 240 g
- 2 Tbsp honey, 30 g
- ½ tsp vanilla extract, 2 mL
Limesicles
- ¼ cup lime juice, 60 mL
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 medium banana
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 240 g
- 2 Tbsp honey, 30 g
- ½ tsp vanilla extract, 2 mL
Lemonsicles
- ¼ cup lemon juice, 60 mL
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 medium banana
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 240 g
- 2 Tbsp honey, 30 g
- ½ tsp vanilla extract, 2 mL
Instructions
- Blend: Choose the creamsicle recipe you want to make. Blend all ingredients for that popsicle in a blender until smooth.
- Freeze: Pour into molds, leaving a little space at the top for them to expand. Insert sticks and freeze until hard (at least 4 hours).
- Eat: Run the mold under warm water for a few seconds to loosen them up, then remove from the mold.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information calculated by Sarah Bond, degreed nutritionist.
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We made these today and they were a big hit! So great to find a treat kids and the adults at our brunch could really get excited about. Thanks for sharing!
So happy to hear, Joy! 😀
I really wish I had listened to my instincts and left out the banana of the orange creamsicle pops I made. I came here looking specifically for that recipe & flavor but adding the banana gave it more of a tropical punch flavor than “classic creamsicle”.
You can also use 1/4 cup coconut milk or heavy cream in place of the banana!
Substituting coconut milk won’t help either. It will still change the flavor of the creamsicle. Adding heavy cream might work though it will add more calories. So will the coconut milk
Hi do i need to whip the cream to stiff peaks first or just use it as a liquid. 🙂 thanks 🙂
You don’t need to! Leaving it as is makes a creamier popsicle, whipping it makes a lighter popsicle 😀
I just ordered your Popsicle recipe book. I have a question, though. We have a tree full of Satsumas and I expect to be making lots of frozen delights, however, we also have some grapefruit and I can’t find any reference to them. Do you have a suggestions, mixing with something else, don’t do it?
Thanks so much for your support! There’s a Creamy Pink Grapefruit recipe on page 47 you might like 😀
These were amazing!! Easy, healthy, low calorie…….and above all…. deeelicous!!
Have not tried recipes yet. Sounds yummy. I am looking forward to orange cream. Can’t wait to try it!!
Will let you know.
I loved this fun summery snack my kids loved it and I made some for the older people at the party with vodka in them it was a hit
Sounds delicious! Enjoy! 😀
How many popsicles does the recipe make?
It is the recipies for lime, lemon and orange creamsicle
This makes 8 2-oz popsicles 😀
My orange creamsicle came out really tasty, but more like a popsicle than that creamy texture of a classic creamsicle. Did I do something wrong? Is there a way to make these more creamy?
That’s going to come down to the fat content! If you use a higher fat yogurt, it’ll make them creamier 🙂
What percent fat is the Greek yogurt used in your recipe? Where did you find the nice popsicle molds?
I use the highest fat yogurt I can find, which really improves the texture! I can’t find the exact popsicle molds that I used, but they were similar to these (I actually don’t like the metal lid on mine, which got all rusted).
Popsicles are great. Can I replace the yogurt for coconut milk in all of the recipes ?
Yes that works well! Full-fat coconut milk is best for popsicle.